Planning appeal decision
264 Elphinstone Road, Hastings, TN34 2AG
Planning appeal 3320272 at 264 Elphinstone Road, Hastings, TN34 2AG (Hastings Borough Council) was allowed on 26 July 2023 by Inspector Lawrence E, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on the character of the surrounding area.
alterations to front driveway, removal of existing steel gates and front boundary wall, first floor extension over existing side extension, hip to gable roof extension with front and rear dormers and raised patio area (part retrospective)
- Authority
- Hastings Borough Council
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Lawrence E
- Postcode
- TN34 2AG
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposal on the character of the surrounding area
What decided it
The appeal dwelling's recessed position, screening by mature planting, and the modest, subservient design of the proposed extensions mean the development would respect the character and appearance of this varied suburban area.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- DM1
- National Planning Policy Framework
- Paragraph 130
How the Inspector dealt with each one is set out in the app, in order: the development plan, national policy, housing land supply, other considerations and the planning balance, beside the letter.
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